The end of summer is a fabulous time for festivals in South Central Wisconsin, with an eclectic lineup of events that include something for every taste. Whether you're in the mood to sample some of the best food in Madison, celebrate all things coffee, savor fresh sweet corn, or enjoy an old Wisconsin turd-ition with the whole family, August has something for you. Here are a few of our favorite festivals coming up this month.

• Sun Prairie Sweet Corn Festival – 200 Park St., Sun Prairie, WI 53590
  Every year, more than 80 tons of fresh Wisconsin sweet corn arrive in Sun Prairie for the Sun Prairie Sweet Corn Festival, with this year's event taking place August 13-17, 2025. The festival kicks off with a parade and block party on Wednesday, and the star of the show—fresh, steamed sweet corn—is available Saturday and Sunday, while supplies last. 
  
  
• Stoughton Coffee Break Festival – Race Track Rd., Stoughton, WI 53589
  If you love coffee, you won't want to miss the Stoughton Coffee Break Festival. This event celebrates a local coffee break tradition that dates back more than 100 years, and with a $10 tasting mug, you can sample the best coffee from Wisconsin and points far beyond. The event takes place on August 16, 2025 and features a brew-off, the Cup O' Joe All-Wheels Car Show, arts & crafts vendors, fun competitions, and tasty treats to pair with your coffee.
  
  
• Middleton Good Neighbor Festival – 2100 Bristol St., Middleton, WI 53562
  The Middleton Good Neighbor Festival has been a beloved event for more than 60 years, and one cool thing about this festival is that it has a new theme every year. This year's festival pairs a pirate theme with all of the activities you love, including a 5K run, art fair, parades, performances, vendors, and delicious food. Middleton Good Neighbor Festival takes place August 22-24, 2025. After many years at Fireman's Park, this year's festival will be held in a new location at South Beach. Ahoy!
  
  
• Taste of Madison – Capitol Square, Madison, WI 53703
  Madison has an outstanding restaurant scene, and Taste of Madison is an excellent opportunity to sample the best of Madison right in the heart of the city. Stroll the Capitol Square and enjoy live music, delicious drinks, and fantastic food from more than 80 of your favorite local restaurants. Taste of Madison takes place August 30-31, 2025, perfect for Labor Day Weekend fun.
  
  
• Wisconsin State Cow Chip Throw – 145 1st St., Prairie du Sac, WI 53578
  The Wisconsin State Cow Chip Throw is a unique, quirky event celebrating a Wisconsin tradition that dates all the way back to the pioneer days. The event kicks off with a concert and a fish fry on Friday evening, then get ready for a packed schedule of family-friendly entertainment and events on Saturday. Don't know what a cow chip throw is? August 29-30, 2025, is your chance to find out! 

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